Governor's Summer Intern - INDOT - Traffic

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

38d•$16 - $17

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI): The Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI) is designed to give college students real-world, hands-on experience in their desired field of study to enhance marketability upon graduation. Participation in the program will offer students a multitude of experiences including networking with state employees, resume building and soft skills workshops, agency head panels, and much more. About the Indiana Department of Transportation: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you. Role Overview: This position will serve as a Traffic Summer Intern for the Traffic Engineering Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation. The Intern will be responsible for a variety of division projects and support. The objective of the position is to provide a valuable learning experience for the intern, as well as to assist the agency in completing its assignments and responsibilities. Hourly Rate: The hourly wage for this position traditionally starts at $16.24 per hour for current undergraduate students and $17.24 per hour for those with an earned bachelor's degree. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: The essential duties of this position involve traffic engineering analysis, leading to the preparation of technical reports (project intent or scope of work). The intern will learn and assist with traffic operations / capacity analysis for existing and future situations, reviewing traffic safety analyses, generating geometric treatment options, and producing documentation, preliminary cost estimates, graphics and drawings of those corrective actions. Safety engineer duties include collection, vetting and analysis of crash statistics and metadata; assisting with Road Safety Audits throughout the state; learning to provide countermeasure ideas and guidance on how to reduce the severity and frequency of crashes; utilizing and supporting targeted funds to improve safety and reduce crashes on the statewide system; reporting crash data, trends, and statistics; and providing technical support to internal and external customers. Traffic Design engineer duties include assisting with the design of traffic control devices (principally signals and signs/sign structures) and highway lighting, and reviewing design plans of those elements developed by others. The design function includes the development of plans, proposals, specifications, and cost estimates. Other duties include supporting the development and advancement of traffic design policies, practices, and standards; strategic planning for the office and division; and attendance at field checks and other project meetings as needed. Other duties as assigned. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Requirements

Working towards a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field
Basic knowledge of the mission and role of INDOT
Basic understanding of state policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Knowledge of state government structure, administrative procedures, and the legislative process
Ability to research, draft, and edit data and reports
Analytical skills
Ability to handle multiple projects
Ability to operate computer tools
Good research and writing skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a wide variety of contacts
Confidence and ability to learn on the job and adapt quickly to changing circumstances

Nice To Haves

Relevant work experience preferred

Responsibilities

traffic engineering analysis, leading to the preparation of technical reports (project intent or scope of work)
assist with traffic operations / capacity analysis for existing and future situations
reviewing traffic safety analyses
generating geometric treatment options
producing documentation, preliminary cost estimates, graphics and drawings of those corrective actions
collection, vetting and analysis of crash statistics and metadata
assisting with Road Safety Audits throughout the state
provide countermeasure ideas and guidance on how to reduce the severity and frequency of crashes
utilizing and supporting targeted funds to improve safety and reduce crashes on the statewide system
reporting crash data, trends, and statistics
providing technical support to internal and external customers
assisting with the design of traffic control devices (principally signals and signs/sign structures) and highway lighting, and reviewing design plans of those elements developed by others
development of plans, proposals, specifications, and cost estimates
supporting the development and advancement of traffic design policies, practices, and standards
strategic planning for the office and division
attendance at field checks and other project meetings as needed
Other duties as assigned.